CON Director of Continuing Nursing Education: Difference between revisions

====Responsibilities:====

<li  style="margin-left:3em;">Serves as administrator/nurse planner of the College of Nursing Continuing Nursing Education Program/ Provider Unit with authority to administer the providership in accordance with all American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Commission on Accreditation criteria.</li>

<li  style="margin-left:3em;">Works with administrators, faculty, and other health professionals as appropriate to assess educational needs, plan, develop, implement and evaluate continuing nursing education activities according to ANCC Commission on Accreditation criteria.</li>

<li  style="margin-left:3em;">Completes and files a College of Nursing annual report and all materials required for continuation of accreditation status.</li>

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====Appointment Requirements:====

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">The Director must possess a minimum of a master’s degree in nursing.  A doctoral degree is preferred.  The Director must:  1) have a general understanding of higher education and the role of continuing education within institutions of higher learning; 2) possess current knowledge and competency in nursing professional development practice; 3) work effectively with all members of the health care team and colleagues in higher education; 4) have familiarity with the health care delivery system, education of health professionals and current issues in those fields; and 5) be knowledgeable of adult learning theory, instructional and communications technology, and evaluation methods.</p>

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">In addition, the Director must have broad professional experience with demonstrated skill in administration and teaching.  The Director must be registered to practice nursing in Nebraska and demonstrate professional leadership activity.  Terms of employment are in keeping with current University of Nebraska policy.</p>